Americorp

Americorps

“Many people know about the reading-achievement gap between underrepresented students and the majority. Yet, a very few number of people actually do anything about it. Instead of lamenting the below-grade reading level of students in low-income communities, AmeriCorps allowed me to do something about it.” ~ Xigrid, Americorp tutor

AmeriCorps is a national service program that provides opportunities for individuals to serve their country and community through local non-profit agencies. Each year participants of AmeriCorps, called Members, join a local program and provide specific, intensive community services -- such as tutoring students through the Foundation’s Hillsborough Reads program. As a full-time AmeriCorps member, you will serve approximately 35-40 hours a week.

Benefits

  • Living Allowance for your term of service
  • Education award upon successful completion of program
  • Training and leadership development opportunities
  • Resume-building experience
  • A chance to make a difference in the life of a child!

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Significant community service experience
  • Strong communication and inter-personal skills
  • A sincere desire to make a difference
  • Interest in working with youth in an elementary school setting
  • Reliable transportation and daytime availability is a must!

For more information or to request an application, please contact Pamela Prater at (813) 740-7651. Or visit www.AmeriCorps.gov.



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